2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 631 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
